nutritional yeast

[ noo-trish-uh-nl yeest, nyoo- ]

noun

1. dried yeast of the genus Saccharomyces, sold in the form of granules or flakes, having a cheesy or nutty flavor, and providing complete protein and other nutrients: used for seasoning, but not as a leavening agent.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nutritional yeast¹

First recorded in 1940–45; the variant form was first recorded in 1955–60 and developed by shortening and facetious respelling of nutritional

Example Sentences

Also known as nooch, nutritional yeast is a deactivated type of yeast that is sold as a food product.

From Salon

Place mushrooms in a shallow bowl and add seasonings: nutritional yeast, onion power, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, celery salt, dried parsley and a pinch of sugar.

From Salon

Manufacturers will then be able to add different flavourings to give it more of a cheese-like flavour, such as nutritional yeast, an ingredient already common in vegan cookery.

From BBC

I make it straight up with three ingredients, popcorn, olive or coconut oil and nutritional yeast.

From Salon

Nutritional yeast is packed with vitamins and minerals and can even be a strong source of protein for vegetarians.

From Salon